English Spelling and Meaning Exercise Answers

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What can 'theatre' be spelled as, according to the text?

Theatic
Theatrical
Theatred
Theater (correct)

Which meaning of 'fast' is NOT mentioned in the text?

Quick
Not eating
Slow (correct)
Secure

What is 'catalogue' spelled as in American English?

Catalogic
Catalogued
Catalgue
Catalog (correct)

Which one of these does NOT represent a meaning of 'set' as per the text?

Move (D) Signup and view all the answers

In what context does 'play on words' refer to?

Using language cleverly (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the past tense spelling of 'theatre' according to the text?

Theatred (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which meaning of 'play' is NOT mentioned in the text?

To direct the flow of water (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the alternative spelling for 'theatre' according to the text?

'Theator' (A) Signup and view all the answers

In which context does 'play on words' refer to?

A pun or a clever use of language (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the past tense spelling of 'catalogue' according to the text?

'Cataloged' (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of these does NOT represent a meaning of 'set' as per the text?

To break (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the British spelling for 'catalogue' based on the text?

'Catalogue' (D) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Spelling Variations

'Theatre' can also be spelled as 'theater' in American English.
The past tense of 'theatre' remains 'theatre' as it is not a verb.
Alternative spelling for 'theatre' includes 'theater.'

Word Meanings

The word 'fast' is not referred to in the context of being quick or rapid.
The meaning of 'play' related to engaging in sports is not mentioned.
One meaning of 'set' not represented includes 'to arrange' in a specific context.

Contextual Usage

'Play on words' refers to a pun or a clever use of language to create humor or a double meaning.
Context for the 'play on words' involves humor or linguistic creativity.

American vs. British English

In American English, 'catalogue' is spelled 'catalog.'
The British spelling of 'catalogue' features an additional 'ue' at the end.

Past Tense Forms

The past tense of 'catalogue' is 'catalogued' in British English and 'cataloged' in American English.

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Explore the correct answers to an English exercise covering various aspects of spelling, word meanings, usage labels, and foreign phrases. Learn about alternative spellings for words like 'Theatre' and 'Catalogue' and discover dictionary information related to these terms.